Activities Coordinator

St Mary's Care Homes; Hull and East Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

St Marys Chanterlands Lodge in Hull is seeking a Wellbeing Lead to enrich residents' lives through engaging activities, social events and holistic wellbeing support. This permanent role requires a flexible approach to evenings and some weekends, contributing to a warm, home-like atmosphere.

Join St Mary’s Care Group to help residents maintain dignity, independence and social connection. You’ll work closely with care staff and families to plan meaningful experiences that make every day matter for

Qualifications

• Experience in activity planning for older adults.
• Ability to tailor activities to individual interests.
• Flexible to work evenings and weekends.
• Previous care setting experience is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging activities tailored to residents' interests.
• Create a warm, inclusive social environment for all residents.
• Support residents in maintaining hobbies and discovering new ones.
• Organise social events, celebrations and community involvement.
• Coordinate outings to promote wellbeing and variety.
• Work with care staff and families to support holistic wellbeing.
• Record participation and feedback for meaningful engagement.

Skills

Warm personality

Organised

Creative

Event planning

Team collaboration

Job description

Job Description: Wellbeing Lead

Location:St Marys Chanterlands Lodge, 340 Chanterlands Avenue, Hull

Job Type: Permanent, Shift patterns 10am-3pm, alternate weekend working

Sponsorship: Not currently available

Join St Marys Chanterlands Lodge– Make Every Day Matter

At St Marys Chanterlands Lodge , operated by St Mary’s Care Group, we believe great care is about more than meeting needs. It’s about creating an environment that helps people feel truly at home, living life to the fullest and enjoying new experiences. Our approach is rooted in dignity, respect and personalised care, placing residents’ wellbeing, independence and choices at the heart of everything we do.

Located in Hull, St Marys Chanterlands Lodgeis a newcare home supporting residents with residential, dementia and respite care. We know that it’s the small, meaningful moments that make a big difference to everyday life, helping residents and families feel supported.

If you share our passion for kindness, respect and making every day matter,St Marys Chanterlands Lodge is a place where you can truly make a difference.

What You’ll Be Doing

As our Wellbeing Lead, you’ll play a vital role in enriching the lives of residents by:

• Planning and delivering engaging activities tailored to individual interests and abilities


• Creating a warm, inclusive, and social environment for all


• Supporting residents in maintaining existing hobbies and discovering new ones


• Organising social events, seasonal celebrations, and community involvement


• Coordinating outings and excursions to promote wellbeing and variety


• Working closely with care staff and families to support holistic wellbeing


• Recording participation and feedback to ensure meaningful engagement

What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking someone who is:

• Warm, approachable, and brimming with positivity


• Organised, reliable, and confident in planning events


• Creative, enthusiastic, and able to motivate others


• Passionate about improving the lives of older people


• Able to work flexibly across some evenings and weekends


• Previous experience in a care or activity setting is a bonus, but we’re just as interested in your personality and values

What We Offer

Working at St Mary’s Care Group means being part of something special. You’ll enjoy:

• A friendly, supportive, and welcoming workplace


• Real opportunities for ongoing training and career progression


• A chance to make a meaningful impact in people’s lives every day


• A valued role within a close-knit team that cares as much about each other as we do our residents

If you believe that happiness and empathy should be at the heart of care, we’d love to hear from you.